Jessica Blanton

Summary

Experience working in fast-paced environments demanding strong leadership, organizational, and technical skills. I am a driven and motivated team player. I am detail oriented and am able to multitask effectively. I am able to work independently without supervision. I have exceptional interpersonal skills. I am a quick learner. The skills I have acquired primarily in the retail and salon industries are easily transferable to other work environments.

Work experience

Receptionist

Ivan Dollar Studio

Appointment scheduling by phone and email. Oversaw schedules for 8 employees, including owners personal calendar. Managing petty cash. Created and managed Amazon retail sales account. Received and stocked both retail and supply inventory coming into salon. This position required inventory control, good communication, administrative skills, and extensive product knowledge and visual merchandising skills. Knowledge of office equipment and computers was also required.

Inventory Manager/Receptionist

Woodley
& Bunny

Managed retail sales and inventory for both Los Angeles and Brooklyn locations. Coordinated with retail vendors ensuring all orders were completed and received in an accurate and timely manner. Upgraded expenditure and revenue accounting systems to better track month-to-month profitability. Created an Excel spreadsheet to track inventory and sales; submitted weekly to the Finance Director for review. Completed reception and administrative duties including managing phones, scheduling appointments, providing guest relations, completing payroll for salon staff, managing petty cash, and making nightly deposits. Helped HR department interview, train, and formally review reception staff. This position required advanced inventory control and administrative skills as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of office equipment and computers was also required.

Front Desk Manager

Destination
Academy for Spa & Salon Professionals

Scheduled clients for all senior students. Answered questions for clients, students, and instructors regarding rules and State Board regulations, including local and state requirements for licensure. Made nightly deposits. Ordered salon products and office supplies for the school. Other duties included payroll, petty cash management, marketing, inventory control, and opening/closing the school salon. This position required good communication, administrative, general office, reception, inventory control and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of office equipment and computers was also required.